RELATIONSHIPS Honesty vs. Transparency in Relationships Did you know that there was a huge difference between honesty and transparency in a relationship? Honesty vs. Transparency If you have relationships, you know firsthand that no one is perfect, and that we make mistakes. How we discuss these situations [...]
RELATIONSHIPS How to Spot Toxic Behavior Toxic behavior signs to watch out for and ask yourself the following questions. What is toxic behavior? Toxic people are everywhere and you're bound to come across them. What you need to ask yourself is, “What is toxic behavior?”. Toxic relationships [...]
RELATIONSHIPS How to Spot Love Bombing Signs to watch out for and why it's unhealthy Love bombing explained: Love bombing is a manipulation for control and power in a romantic relationship. Signs you may be getting love bombed. The relationship feels like it is [...]
9 Strategies for Digital Learning During The Pandemic Navigating the times during COVID has brought with it many unique challenges. One of the major challenges that both parents and children have found themselves facing is virtual learning. In March of 2020, many kids found themselves happy to be getting a “break” from [...]
5 Tips for Gift Giving Thanks for tuning in to 5 Tips for Gift Giving! In this video, Devaney Knight, Clinical Director at West Lake Houston Counseling, talks about the common anxieties related to gift-giving during the holidays. She offers tips for re-thinking gift-giving and encourages us to expand our thinking [...]
5 Tips for Navigating a Distanced Holiday The Thanksgiving holiday is associated with contact and fellowship with family and friends. This year, COVID-19 has overshadowed numerous birthdays, life events such as weddings, and other opportunities to come together and celebrate. The recent spike in new COVID-19 cases reminds us that we [...]
Mental Health Moment: Do I Need Therapy? We live in a time where people are asking, “Do I need therapy?” Watch this video and ask yourself the questions provided to discover if you might need therapy. Here at West Lake Houston Counseling, we are therapists specializing in various issues. We invite you [...]
Depression in Black Women Depression in Black Women is often overlooked. It can not only impact your mental health but physical health as well. But this is not something we have to 'just deal with'. There is help. Seeking treatment is not a sign of weakness. Saying, “I need help”—and then actually [...]
Mental Health Moment: What is Good Therapy? Mental Health Moment Series pertains to therapy and the world of mental health matters. We offer tools and tips for managing mental wellness and offer relevant resources. We created this video because finding a therapist can be difficult, especially for first-timers. Watch the video below [...]
Dealing with Depression Dealing with Depression is tough. See the signs and symptoms. "Depressive symptoms typically include loss of interest in things that would normally be enjoyable. If you have difficulty concentrating, fatigue, loss of appetite, increased need for sleep, and more, you might be depressed. Recognizing and helping someone to seek [...]
